A superb original surgical keyhole saw by Weiss, London, dating from the late 19th century (c.1870–1900). Made for fine bone work in amputations and orthopaedic surgery, this long narrow saw would have been used where larger amputation saws could not easily reach—around joints, metacarpals or to complete cuts started with other instruments.
 
Key features:
Slim, finely serrated steel blade with a tapered profile, ideal for precise work in confined spaces.
Characteristic chequered pressed black handle with inset cartouche clearly stamped “WEISS LONDON”, from one of Britain’s best‑known surgical instrument makers.
Full‑length, one‑piece fixed blade, giving the surgeon maximum rigidity and control during use.
 
Weiss of London supplied teaching hospitals, military surgeons and leading operators throughout the 19th century, and their bone saws are widely illustrated in period catalogues and museum collections. This example has the clean, purposeful lines of late‑Victorian theatre practice and makes a powerful display piece for any collection of historic surgery or medical curiosities.
 
Condition
Good antique condition with honest signs of age and use. The blade shows light staining and scattered marks but retains its fine teeth; handle scales are tight with only minor rubbing to the edges (see photos). No modern sharpening or restoration.

Ideal for
- Collectors of surgical and medical antiques
- Curiosity cabinets and gothic / apothecary‑style interiors
- Teaching collections illustrating the history of amputation and orthopaedic surgery
 
Important
Sold as a historic collectible only. Not tested, not sterile, and not suitable for modern medical or practical use.
 
Packed securely and shipped tracked from the UK, this Weiss keyhole saw is a striking, authentic survivor from the dramatic era of Victorian surgery.